2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 906 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Land Rover LR3 2001 Land Rover Freelander
Make Land Rover Land Rover
Model LR3 Freelander
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 1951 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 109 HP
Torque 427 Nm 260 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2461 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2560 mm